I am here, I've never gone

The road is long the path is not clear
I feel trampled on like the leaves that crunch beneath

But Lord you promise the path will become clear
You will rise before me and beside me

Lord may I rest here with you the battle is too strong
The path is not clear, where do I go from here

And then the tender whisper "I am here, I've never gone"

I see your face its drawing near, your comfort is surrounding
Your love is all around

And your peace begins to settle and my heart is resting sound
The path is getting clearer, I see your face all around

And then the tender whisper "I am here, I've never gone"

~srj